Serving 118 students in grades 11-12, Nevada State High School Northwest ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 118 students
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nevada State High School Northwest ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Nevada State High School Northwest's student population of 118 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
Total Students
118 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nevada State High School Northwest ranks within the top 10% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nevada State High School Northwest is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#49 out of 684 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
30%
44%
Black
15%
12%
White
37%
29%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nevada State High School Northwest's ranking?
Nevada State High School Northwest is ranked #49 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NV state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% NV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nevada State High School Northwest?
The graduation rate of Nevada State High School Northwest is 90%, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 80%.
How many students attend Nevada State High School Northwest?
118 students attend Nevada State High School Northwest.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Nevada State High School Northwest students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Nevada State High School Northwest offer ?
Nevada State High School Northwest offers enrollment in grades 11-12
What school district is Nevada State High School Northwest part of?
Nevada State High School Northwest is part of State-Sponsored Charter Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Nevada State High School Northwest located?
Nevada State High School Northwest is located in the Centennial Hills neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV. There are 12 other public schools located in Centennial Hills.
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